Sky Atlas 2000.0 in its second edition offers nearly 90,000 stars, with all positions derived from the Hipparcos database, the most accurate survey ever undertaken. In this Deluxe Version, the 29 charts show stars and deep-sky objects in full colour. The map area is 460 x 330 mm (18 by 13 inches). The charts are printed on heavy paper and then laminated in clear plastic. For ease of use they are unbound and boxed. In this format the Atlas will be indispensable as an aid to telescope users planning their observing by marking charts. The lamination allows felt tip or wax markers to be used.
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WHEN IT ARRIVED ON the scene in 1981, the original Sky Atlas 2000.0 by Wil Tirion was the first comprehensive set of star charts tailored for the coordinate equinox now in universal use. Read the first page
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WHEN IT ARRIVED ON the scene in 1981, the original Sky Atlas 2000.0 by Wil Tirion was the first comprehensive set of star charts tailored for the coordinate equinox now in universal use. Read the first page
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Spiral-bound|Amazon Verified Purchase
If you are interested in the stars, then you'll be needing a map to find your way around. Sky Atlas 2000.0 is not only the mpost beautiful sky map I've ever owned - it's also the most useful. Be prepared for when this one is to be delivered! It measures some 30 x 42 cm and each page opens out (its folded in half). This gives you a large format, extremely easy to read guide to the stars. Stellar magnitudes are indicated by the diameter of the stars and goes down to 8.5. Also there are symbols for double or multiple stars, variable stars, open star clusters, globular clusters, planetary nebulae, bright and dark nebulae and galaxies. In other words just about every object you are ever likely to encounter. Colour is used to make these maps extremely readable and easy on the eye.
You need a star map - look no further than Sky Atlas 2000.0 - it has the lot!
You need a star map - look no further than Sky Atlas 2000.0 - it has the lot!
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Format:Paperback
This atlas builds on the Cambridge Star Atlas 2000, now in its second edition. The format is a good deal larger and has bifold maps going down to mag +8.5. There are many deep sky objects also identified in the maps. This atlas does lack some of the detailed information provided in the Atlas 2000, in particular the tables that support each map.I have found though that these two maps compliment each other nicely. One question for suppliers, why are the other editions of this atlas not advertised. I'm talking about the laminated field editions etc. The Deluxe edition is not an Atlas to take out on a cold damp night.
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By Dave Beedham
Format:Spiral-bound|Amazon Verified Purchase
Brilliant atlas for planning an observing session but not as good to use outdoors on a cold frosty night. This is because this version is not laminated, however for the price you cannot go wrong. The detail is quite amazing after using Nortons or one of the small field guides.
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Good desk charts
This was bought as a present to replace my aging Atlas Coeli. It's almost exactly the same size with well printed and clear charts although the arrangement of charts is different... Read more
Published 4 months ago by SallyandDavid
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Expensive atlas but good
Wil Tirion is well known for producing clear starmaps and this is a fine example.This chart is most suited to binoculars users due to its large angular coverage per page. Read more
Published on 25 April 2010 by Tycho16
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Wow!
I just love Wil Tirion’s work. If I wasn’t interested in astronomy I’d buy this just to have it on the coffee table sitting around for visitor’s to see. Read more
Published on 2 Jun 2004 by A. Horner
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